Welcome

WHO WE ARE

Plastic Surgical services in New Zealand are among the best in the world, but the provision of world class services are at risk of being compromised. Perhaps this is because Plastic Surgery is equated with populist cosmetic surgery and requirements for resources are not given priority. Read More

The NZAPS is a professional association of approximately 47 qualified and registered Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Apart from one or two retired surgeons and some overseas members, this constitutes the entire New Zealand–wide workforce of Plastic Surgeons. As such, NZAPS provides a voice for Plastic Surgeons in discussions with the government, the Ministry of Health and bodies such as the Medical Council. The Training and Education sub-committee of the association is responsible for overseeing matters pertaining to the training of Plastic Surgeons in New Zealand and accordingly liaises closely with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in this regard.

 

Aims Of The Organisation

  • We are committed to upholding the highest standards of surgical excellence, both in clinical practice and in the training of future specialists.
  • We are committed to fostering the growth and spread of knowledge within our discipline by the promotion of research and adherence to the principles of evidence-based practice.
  • We are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice in which the patient’s safety and welfare are the first consideration.